HR Consultant Ergonomics - Toronto, Canada - City of Toronto

City of Toronto

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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job ID: 44484

Job Category:
Human Resources

Division & Section:
People & Equity, Occupational Health, Safety & Wellness

Work Location:
Metro Hall, 55 John Street, Toronto, M5V 3C6

Job Type & Duration:
Full-time, Temporary (10 month)

Salary:
$86,500.00-$108,459.00, TM1068 and Wage Grade Rate)

Shift Information:
Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

Affiliation:
Non-Union

Number of Positions Open: 1

Posting Period: 16-Feb-2024 to 4-Mar-2024

As the
HR CONSULTANT, ERGONOMICS, you will provide leadership, expertise and consultation services to City divisions and employees in matters of ergonomics, employment accommodation and occupational health and safety.

Office
Ergonomics,
Workplace
Assessments
& Accommodation
Recommendations**You will provide consultations to support employee return-to-work plans and/or accommodations based on functional restrictions or musculoskeletal disorders (MSD). Your role will also call upon you to conduct office/non-office workplace assessments, job matching reviews, job coaching sessions and product trials. You may assist in the completion of Job Demands Analyses (JDAs) using City-specific protocol and a computerized database system.

Injury Prevention & Multi-Disciplinary Projects**
Education & Improved Ergonomics Program**As an Ergonomics Consultant, you will lead effective ergonomics education through classroom and online training, tip sheets, web postings, event kiosks and general promotion of MSD prevention.

Enhancing efficiencies and effectiveness, you'll work to continuously improve the City's ergonomics program through the innovative use of technology, streamlined processes and standardized tools.

Key Qualifications**:

Postsecondary degree in Ergonomics or a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Certified Canadian Professional Ergonomist (CCPE) designation, Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE) designation or postgraduate degree in Ergonomics or related field is preferred
Experience working in the field of ergonomics
Experience with consultation skills at all levels within the organization and demonstrated ability to interact with clients.
Valid Class "G" driver's License
Ability to work with clients to identify needs and coordinate and manage projects
Excellent communication, consultation, and presentation skills
Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills with a clear appreciation of corporatewide implications of individual decisions
Ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships with colleagues, employees, management, and union representatives
Thorough knowledge of relevant legislation, such as the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act
Strong interpersonal and teambuilding skills, as well as the ability to exercise discretion and judgment and work with autonomy

Note To Current City of Toronto Employees

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve.

Learn more about the City's commitment to employment equity.

**Accommodation